Symbolism Flash Cards with Discussion Prompts | Self-Esteem and Identity Tool

Bring symbolism to life with these versatile flash cards! Perfect for social-emotional learning (SEL), art integration, or character-building lessons, these Symbolism Flash Cards make abstract concepts accessible and fun. Use them as stand-alone resources or pair them with the “Exploring Symbolism” activity for a comprehensive lesson on identity and self-esteem.

What’s Included:

• 8 Symbols Representing Key Concepts: Heart, star, tree, rainbow, sun, butterfly, sunflower, and dove.
• Multiple Flash Card Versions:
  • Picture and meaning together.
  • Picture-only cards.
  • Word-only cards for double-sided printing.
  • Black-and-white versions for custom colouring or ink-saving printing.
• Detailed Discussion Prompts for Each Symbol: Facilitate meaningful conversations with questions about love, kindness, self-care, and more.

Ways to Use:
✔️ Classroom Discussions: Introduce abstract concepts like love, friendship, growth, and hope.
✔️ Art Projects: Help students connect symbolism to their self-portraits or other creative work.
✔️ SEL Lessons: Foster self-awareness and empathy through guided discussions.
✔️ Memory or Matching Games: Use the cards to create fun, interactive activities.

Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• Encourages critical thinking and self-expression.
• Easily adaptable for students of different ages and abilities.
• Complements art, SEL, and social studies curricula.

Format:
Downloadable A4 PDF with 8 flash cards (in colour and BW) and discussion prompts for each symbol.